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There is a particular quiet joy to be found in the time spent crafting with beautiful paper. There are so many color, pattern and texture options available that youu2019ll find selections for every project that you can possibly conceive of. The actual nature and grading of paper can be confusing at times, though. Unfamiliar manufacturing industry terms can further cloud your research. <br><br>When discussing paper, you are looking at several different specifications that define the characteristics of that particular paper type. First, there are many different types of paper so they are classified by si
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PAPER FLOWER BOUQUET TUTORIAL VIDEO Design Team Member Kathleen (kay_creations_xo on Instagram) shares all the details for this gorgeous paper creation in this paper flower bouquet tutorial video. I think we can all agree that paper flowers are the best flowers! They don't wilt, they bloom all year, and they can be any color you can dream up! Watch the tutorial video below and dream up your own paper bouquet. Create your roses and add varying sizes for a full paper bridal bouquet, or size down for paper flower bridesmaid bouquets. You can even make it mini size and create paper flower corsages and boutonnières.
WHICH CARDSTOCK CUTS BEST ON A CRICUT OR SILHOUETTE MACHINE? All paper is created in a similar process, but not all paper is created equal. There are a few key factors that make a huge difference when you are cutting into it. First, most cardstock starts with wood pulp and then a number of other fibrous pulps are added to that in different ratios. The type and ratios make a big difference in the outcome. And second, as part of the final finishing stage, some papers are coated to give them a certain texture or sheen and this also affects quality cutting.
DEMYSTIFYING PAPER WEIGHTS There is a particular quiet joy to be found in the time spent crafting with beautiful paper. There are so many color, pattern and texture options available that you’ll find selections for every project that you can possibly conceive of. The actual nature and grading of paper can be confusing at times, though. Unfamiliar manufacturing industry terms can further cloud your research. When discussing paper, you are looking at several different specifications that define the characteristics of that particular paper type. First, there are many different types of paper so they are classified by size, weight, thickness and finish. While this gives a variety of options for craft projects, the selection can be overwhelming. As papers can range from very thin tissue paper to heavy cardstock or even cardboard, understanding the terms and uses for each is helpful.